Warning: next details is intended to supplement, not substitute for, expertise of your pharmacist. this shouldn't be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe or effective for you. Consult you're physician before using this drug.

Nifedipine sustained release - oral

(nye-fed-ih-peen)

common brand names: Procardia XL

Simular Drugs : Procardia, Procardia Xl

Procardia Xl Usage: this drug is calcium channel blocker. Calcium is involved in blood vessel contraction. By blocking calcium, nifedipine relaxes & widens blood vessels. It's used to treat HBP & chest pain (angina).

How to use Procardia Xl: meds should be swallowed whole. don't chew, divide or crush. this drug must be taken as directed to prevent chest pain. Its not effective if taken only when chest pain occurs. do not stop taking it pill suddenly without talking with your doctor. your dose may need to be gradually decreased.

Procardia Xl side effects: this pill can cause dizziness & lightheadedness especially during 1-st few days. Avoid activities requiring alertness. When you sit or lie down since a while, get up slowly to minimize dizziness & allow some your body to adjust. You may also experience bloating, heartburn, nausea, blurred vision, muscle cramps, headache, flushing, sweating, sleep disturbances, or ankle/foot swelling. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your healthcare professional promptly. Inactive parts about drug may be passed at your stool as harmless soft mass that may look like original tablet. this is normal since this drug. Notify you doctor promptly since: chest pain, irregular pulse. at the unlikely episode you have an allergic reaction to it drug, seek healthcare attention immediately. Symptoms about an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling (especially facial), dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your physician or pharmacist.

Procardia Xl Precautions: Before having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the healthcare professional that you take this med. Tell your healthcare professional youre medical history, including: liver disease, heart disease, narrowing of intestines (stricture), any allergies. Limit using alcohol while taking this med. Nifedipine should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with your pharmacist. Nifedipine is excreted into breast milk. Though their have been no reports to date of harm to a nursing infant, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Procardia Xl drug interactions: Tell your physician of any over-the-counter or prescription drugs you taking, especially: beta-blockers, digoxin, quinidine, cimetidine, intravenous (IV) calcium, fentanyl, barbiturates, phenytoin, magnesium sulfate injection, hypertension meds, St John's wort. Avoid any drugs that increase you're heart-rate (the decongestants phenylephrine, pseudoephedrine and phenylpropanolamine are examples). These meds are commonly found in over-the-counter cough-and-cold products. do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice unless your physician instructs you otherwise. do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or healthcare professional approval.

Procardia Xl Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include rapid, slow, or irregular heartbeat; dizziness; fainting; & loss of consciousness.

Procardia Xl special notes: do not share this medication with others.

If you missed Procardia Xl dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time since next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume youre usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' dose to catch up.

Procardia Xl Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. do not store in bathroom.

Medical alert: your condition can cause complications in medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Nifedipine Sustained Release